Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition

Ever heard of the Blue Ocean Strategy? It's not about marine biology, but about creating a market space so unique that competition becomes irrelevant. And guess what? There's a competition tailored just for high school students to showcase their innovative business ideas using this strategy.

The Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition is the world's largest virtual entrepreneurship contest for high school students. It's not just about presenting a business idea; it's about identifying a real-world problem that hasn't been addressed yet and crafting a unique solution that stands out in the market.

• Who Can Compete? High school students from anywhere in the world.
• Prizes: Cash awards ranging from $500 to $1000, with special prizes for regional winners and the most popular pitch.
• Deadline: February 18, 2024. Mark your calendars!

The primary focus is on 'Blue Ocean Thinking'. Participants are encouraged to come up with business ideas that don't just compete in the existing market but create a new market space. Think of it as sailing into uncharted waters and claiming an island for yourself.

Apart from the global recognition and the experience of competing with peers worldwide, the prizes are pretty sweet:

• 1st Place: $1000
• 2nd Place: $750
• 3rd Place: $500
• People's Choice: $750 (based on YouTube likes)
• Regional Winners (Europe, Africa, Asia and Oceana, Latin America, Middle East): $500 each

1. Register and get informed.
2. Watch the webinar, complete the Blue Ocean mini-course.
3. Think of a unique problem and solution.
4. Record a 5-minute pitch video.
5. Submit by the deadline.

Any high school student from around the globe can participate. You can go solo or team up with friends.

The Blue Ocean Competition is more than just a contest; it's a movement. It aims to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs to think differently, to look beyond the saturated markets, and to innovate in spaces that haven't been explored yet.